Tamar Braxton claims she was denied entry to a bar because she looked 'like a gangster' A Dallas restaurant and bar is sticking to its guns after turning Tamar Braxton away at the door.
The "Blind" singer discussed the encounter on her Instagram story on Monday, revealing that she was barred from entering JR's Bar & Grill because of her appearance.
"Evidently I look like a gangster. I can't go in this establishment," she said.
"Here in my favorite town Dallas, they have zero tolerance for black people."
The establishment addressed the encounter in a statement, released to NBC 5. In it, they maintained that they have strict entrance policies which apply to anyone and everyone hoping to drink and dine at JR's.
"Our posted policies regarding entrance into JR's Bar & Grill are to both ensure the safety of all our customers and to certify that our staff are in accordance with the law when serving alcohol - without exception," the statement read.
"In this instance, we were simply following our published procedures. It would have been a beautiful experience and honor to add Tamar Braxton to the long list of celebrities who have enjoyed JR.s as a safe and inclusive entertainment venue. We are deeply saddened that she didn't experience the love that awaited her inside."
According to Fox 4, the "zero tolerance policy" states "no sweat towels, no backpacks, pants are to be worn around the waist, no sunglasses worn inside, give respect, get respect."
She was in town for a performance, which is set to take place Wednesday night at the Verizon Theatre.
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